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Universities United Kingdom Cardiff Metropolitan University Courses MSc Economics and Finance

MSc Economics and Finance
at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 17,600
Country Rank#105
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 83

Program Overview

Cardiff Metropolitan University MSc Economics and Finance provides students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced economic theory and its applications in finance. The course combines an in-depth study of economic principles with specialised knowledge of financial markets, institutions, and instruments. It equips students with the analytical and quantitative skills necessary for economic and financial decision-making. The programme covers topics such as financial economics, econometrics, investment analysis, risk management, and international finance.

Aspect	Details
Course Name(s)	MSc Economics and Finance
Course Length	12 months
Entry Requirements	Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance (2:2 minimum). Consideration for Business Studies degree with relevant modules. Five years of finance work experience required. Professional qualification needed. Exemptions from modules possible for higher-level qualifications, discussed case by case. Standard undergraduate programme: IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5
Fees	Full Time: £17,000/yr to £18,000/yr
Intake	Generally in September

Course Content
Modules
- Contemporary Issues in Accounting, Banking, Economics and Finance
- Econometrics and Data Analysis
- Macroeconomic Analysis
- Microeconomic Analysis
- Quantitative Finance
Entry Requirement
Students with a Bachelor degree in Arts / Science / Commerce / Engineering / Law / Education (4-year integrated program) or other professional subjects from a recognised institution in India OR students with a Master’s degree or a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from a recognised institution in India or the UK.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£17600 per year

Career Prospect

Graduates are well-prepared for roles in financial analysis, investment management, risk analysis, economic consultancy, and policymaking roles in the public and private sectors. They can pursue careers in banks, investment firms, hedge funds, insurance companies, regulatory bodies, government departments, international organisations, and research institutes. The combined expertise in economics and finance theory also opens up opportunities in academia and further research.

Top Employers	Banks (investment banks, retail banks, central banks) Asset management firms Hedge funds Insurance companies Government departments and regulatory bodies International organisations (IMF, World Bank, etc.) Economic consultancies
Job Prospects	Financial analyst Investment manager Risk analyst Economic consultant Policy advisor Research Analyst Lecturer/Researcher (with further studies)
Average Salary	Starting salaries typically range from £25,000 - £35,000 per year. With experience, salaries can reach £40,000 - £70,000+ per year in senior roles.
Designations	Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Certified International Investment Analyst (CIIA) Economist Investment Analyst Risk Analyst Financial Economist

Cost Of Studying At Cardiff Metropolitan University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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MSc Economics and Finance at Cardiff Metropolitan University